review 1: I really liked this book. Someone commented that it wasn't a very good YA book. I don't consider it a YA book either. It would be most appropriate in a junior high setting. Some also criticize the story; that it is too contrived. However I feel it is just perfect for it's intende...

review 1: When a picture book almost makes you cry - in a good way - and catches you by surprise, that's a good sign it's a good book. This one did that, for me. I didn't see the ending coming. It's kind of a story like the Gift of the Magi, but not as sad or wrenching. (Which writing that...